Boiling Springs, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
8/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
4,625
332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
45.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$98,796
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$236,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$435
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$648
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Cleveland County
1
Shelby-Kings Mountain Urban Area
1
North Carolina
1
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Cleveland County
2
Shelby-Kings Mountain Urban Area
2
North Carolina
2
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (61%) ConservativeClimate
Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 2 | 39 |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 43 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec | 4 | 0 | 42 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Boiling Springs Elementary
1 miles, S
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Springmore Elementary
2 miles, N
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Crest Middle
3 miles, E
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Crest High
3 miles, E
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Colleges
Gardner-Webb University
<1 miles, SW
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Cleveland Community College
10 miles, E
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Limestone College
14 miles, S
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Isothermal Community College
15 miles, NW
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Hospitals
Atrium Health Cleveland
8 miles, E
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Cherokee Medical Center
11 miles, S
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Atrium Health Kings Mountain
17 miles, SE
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Rutherford Regional Medical Center
19 miles, NW
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Airports
Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
40 miles, W
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Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
40 miles, SE
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Asheville Regional Airport
51 miles, NW
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Tri-Cities Airport
94 miles, N
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